Scientists look for the Holy Grail: The whitest paint ever
… and that could be really good for the climate. ... Read More
Construction, Development & Real Estate
Vertical renewables in Melbourne
Beulah’s Paragon tower in Melbourne’s CBD will be home to one of the largest vertical solar panel systems in Australia. b.energy was appointed to design, construct, operate and maintain the 128 panels installed on the core walls of the tower, which are set to outperform similar... Read More
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Jacobs joins digital city transformation efforts
Professional services company Jacobs has joined Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand (SCCANZ) to support action and investment in digital solutions that advance sustainability outcomes in our cities, towns and communities. SCCANZ is reported to be the world’s largest... Read More
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Computers & Electronics, Construction, Development & Real Estate
The secret ingredient in Paris’ green public housing
How cannabis can be part of an affordable housing future — not just one for eco-conscious elites. ... Read More
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Can smart buildings be more equitable buildings?
When I returned to the office after having my first child, I noticed for the first time that all of the offices and conference rooms either had windows or non-locking doors, which left me without any safe spaces for pumping. Fortunately, I work for a supportive company that requested modification... Read More
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Historic shed salvage builds circular economy
Heritage retention works at Melbourne’s Goods Shed No.5 are complete, following a six-month process that has seen individual components of the shed cautiously dismantled and catalogued for repurposing — sparking innovative ways to regenerate and reduce waste. Site owner... Read More
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Construction, Development & Real Estate, Waste Management & Recycling
Melbourne train station achieves 'Australian Excellence' for sustainability
Reservoir Station in Melbourne’s north has been awarded a Five Star Green Star Design & As Built rating by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), reported to be the first train station in Australia to do so. The rating is categorised by the GBCA as an ‘Australian... Read More
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The new symbol of climate action: Hard hats?
Polar bears, recycling bins, and trees are out. ... Read More
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Green Infrastructure as a Key Factor for Developing Modern Cities
Guest Post by: Evelyn Adams Growth in the urban population directly affects the increase of urban areas, which in turn influences the natural environment. The volume of vegetation decreases, agricultural land quality and the number of water resources become worse as well which leads... Read More
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After championing greener building codes, local governments lose right to vote
The nonprofit consortium that oversees the nation’s building codes has given the construction and gas industries more control over the process. ... Read More